Health Condition 1: K051- Chronic gingivitis
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Modified educational puzzle model: Instructions will be delivered through modified educational puzzles and interactive games along with the conventional oral health education. These cre
Sponsors
Department of Science and Technology (DST) and Renewable Energy, Chandigarh Administration
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Children and adolescents with Down syndrome with will be stratified based on IQ level (mild and moderate). Children and adolescents (6-16 years of age) of either sex, enrolled in rehabilitation and therapeutic centres of Chandigarh UT. Children and adolescents who are verbal, understand gestures and emotional cues, and use more complex language (i.e., responses not limited to a single word and/or gestures to communicate. Children and adolescents whose parents give written informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Children and adolescents with severe Down Syndrome (IQ 20-35). Children and adolescents with any debilitating illness/disease. Children and adolescents with ongoing orthodontic treatment. Uncooperative children and adolescents, unable to cope with the examination procedures.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Improvements in oral health status, such as reduced plaque levels and healthier gums, could be expected. Children and adolescents with Down Syndrome would gain a better understanding of oral hygiene practices, such as proper brushing and flossing techniques, the importance of regular dental check-ups, and healthy dietary choices.Timepoint: Followup at 1 month, 2 months and 3 months | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| NILTimepoint: NA | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Arpit Gupta
Oral Health Sciences Centre, PGIMER
Outcome results
None listed